Dr. Anitha Chandra
MBBS, MRCPsych, CCT in Geriatric Psychiatry
Consultant - Psychiatry
Qualifications
- Dr. Anitha Chandra holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree from Mysore Medical College.
- She has completed her Psychiatry training and obtained a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) qualification in the United Kingdom.
- She holds a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Geriatric Psychiatry. Her qualifications include extensive training in both general and geriatric psychiatry.
About Our Doctor
Dr. Anitha Chandra is a highly qualified Consultant in Psychiatry based in Bangalore, practicing at Aster CMI Hospital. She completed her Psychiatry training in the United Kingdom and has extensive experience across various mental health services, including specialist training in Geriatric Psychiatry. Dr. Anitha Chandra is also involved with Nightingales Medical Trust, where she runs a Memory Clinic for Dementia patients. Since returning to India in 2014, she has played a key role in setting up protocols at Navachethana Hospital and has been active in promoting mental health awareness through talks, workshops, and corporate wellbeing programs. Her approach combines clinical expertise with a strong commitment to patient care and mental health education.
Expertise
- Dr. Anitha Chandra specializes in Psychiatry and provides comprehensive mental health care. She has extensive experience in Geriatric Psychiatry, focusing on elderly mental health.
- Her expertise includes managing and treating various mental health conditions, including Dementia.
- Dr. Anitha Chandra runs a Memory Clinic at Nightingales Medical Trust, offering specialized care for dementia patients.
- She is skilled in conducting mental health awareness workshops and stress management sessions for corporate clients.
Experience
- Dr. Anitha Chandra has several years of experience in Psychiatry, with training and practice in the United Kingdom and India.
- Since moving to India in 2014, she has been involved in clinical practice, mental health awareness, and setting up quality care protocols at Navachethana Hospital.
- She regularly participates in corporate wellbeing talks and mental health workshops.
- Her career includes running a Memory Clinic and working on mental health awareness and stress management in various settings.
- Dr. Anitha Chandra’s experience spans clinical, educational, and community mental health initiatives.
